The Curate of Poltons

By Anthony Hope

Book Overview

The Curate of Poltons is a novel written by Anthony Hope. The story takes place in a small English village called Poltons, where the new curate, Reverend Arthur Thorne, arrives to take up his duties. Thorne is a young and idealistic man who is eager to make a difference in the lives of his congregation. However, he soon discovers that the village is not as idyllic as it first appears.Thorne becomes embroiled in a series of scandals and intrigues that threaten to destroy his reputation and his career. He finds himself caught between the rival factions of the village, each with their own agendas and secrets. As he tries to navigate these treacherous waters, Thorne begins to uncover the dark secrets that lie at the heart of Poltons.The novel is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a small English village. It explores the themes of morality, faith, and the human condition, and offers a compelling portrait of life in rural England in the late 19th century. The Curate of Poltons is a must-read for fans of classic English literature and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Comedies of Courtship, by Anthony Hope. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791274X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425477453
• ISBN13: 9781425477455
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"